Chester Ghosts & other Paranormal Events

Sarah

Location: Chester - Thorntons Chocolate shop (was once House of Bewlay Tobacconist), Eastgate StreetType: PoltergeistDate / Time: Twentieth centuryFurther Comments: Stamping and thuds emanating from an empty room have been reported from this shop, as well as strange wailing. Lights flicker on and off, and doors open and close by an unseen hand. The source of the haunting is said to be Sarah, a jilted bride who hanged herself, though her presence (and poltergeist activities) are said to be 'friendly' in nature.

Royalist

Location: Chester - Tudor HouseType: Haunting ManifestationDate / Time: UnknownFurther Comments: A headless Royalist soldier is said to haunt the building where he lost his head after a canon ball hit him during his stay. The site is also reputed to be haunted by a grey lady.

Location: Chester - Ye Olde King's Head public houseType: Haunting ManifestationDate / Time: UnknownFurther Comments: Two men, who managed to kill each other while fighting over the love of a girl, are said to remain in the upper part of this pub.